Priscilla Paleagaese Olano is Miss Samoa 2016-2017.
The 25-year-old from Lauli’i – with Indian, Rotuman and Native American blood – was crowned at Tuana’imato Friday night by former Miss Samoa, Ariana Taufao.
She collected the ultimate prize having also won the Best Talent, Best Interview, Miss Photogenic and Miss National Tourism Award at the end of the Pageant.
Born in Fiji, Ms. Olano entered the pageant with the aim to empower and lead young people to the Lord.
The 25-year-old from Lauli’i – with Indian, Rotuman and Native American blood – was crowned at Tuana’imato last night by former Miss Samoa, Ariana Taufao.
She collected the ultimate prize having also won the Best Talent, Best Interview, Miss Photogenic and Miss National Tourism Award at the end of the Pageant.
Born in Fiji, Ms. Olano entered the pageant with the aim to empower and lead young people to the Lord.
Through tears of joy, she immediately credited God for her success.
“It was God, who brought me here, and he helped me through it,” she said, "I dedicate this crown to Him.”
Ms. Olano said the win took her by surprise.